Broomfield Enterprise upcoming events July 20

Email submissions for the calendar to baxterj@broomfieldenterprise.com. The deadline for submissions is 10 a.m. Monday for the Thursday edition and 10 a.m. Wednesday for the Sunday edition.

This week TODAY

"Comedy of Errors"

Presented by A Taste of Shakespeare, produced by Longmont Theatre Company and the Theater Company of Lafayette, at 2 p.m. Sunday, July 20, at Broomfield Amphitheater, behind Auditorium at 3 Community Park Road. Free. Information: longmonttheatre.org/tos/show.html.

Board for teens in sixth through 12th grades meeting from 4 to 5 p.m. Monday, July 21, at Mamie Doud Eisenhower Public Library, 3 Community Park Road. Board helps plan library programs, submits stories and art for The 411 (Teen Zone newsletter) and makes recommendations for books, music and videos. No prior registration required to attend meeting. Those interested in joining board can pick up applications at library Teen Zone desk.

Program for ages 16 and older. Learn basics of running form and safety techniques; helps with mileage goals, provides motivation and creates support group of other runners. Will prepare runners for Broomfield Days 5K. Meets 5:30 to 6:30 a.m. Mondays and Wednesdays, July 21 through Sept. 17, at Paul Derda Recreation Center, 13201 Lowell Blvd. Cost: $70/$75/$90. Register: broomfieldrecreation.com or 303-460-6901.

Circus Physics

Event for teens in grades six through 12 from 2 to 4 p.m. Monday, July 21, at Mamie Doud Eisenhower Public Library, 3 Community Park Road. Public Works Theatre will teach t juggling, balancing and falling and working with gravity. Registration required: at library's Teen Zone desk or 720-887-2360.

TUESDAY

Discovery Lab

For ages 9 to 18. Learn to walk on stilts from 2 to 4 p.m. Tuesday, July 22. Face painting from 2 to 4 p.m. Thursday, July 24. Old-time crafts, such as hand-sewing and knitting and drop spindle spinning demonstration by Rocky Mountain Weavers Guild from 2 to 4 p.m. Tuesday, July 29, and Thursday, July 31. All programs. at Mamie Doud Eisenhower Public Library, 3 Community Park Road. No registration required.

Family Story Time

From 10 to 10:30 a.m. or 10:45 to 11:15 a.m. Tuesdays, through July 22, in Children's Library at the Mamie Doud Eisenhower Public Library, 3 Community Park Road. For children of all ages, but focus on toddlers and preschoolers. Stories, songs and finger plays. No registration required, but space limited. Free tickets available at Children's Desk 30 minutes before each story time.

WEDNESDAY

Wonderful Wednesdays

Program for elementary school-age children from 2 to 2:45 p.m. Wednesdays at Broomfield Auditorium, 3 Community Park Road. Free tickets available at Auditorium Box Office starting at 1 p.m. July 23: The Legend of King Arthur. The legend comes to life in historic tale presented by the Hampstead Theater Company on tour from New Hampshire. Information: 720-887-2315 or broomfieldchildrenslibrary.org.

Preschool Wednesday morning nature walk

Designed for preschoolers and their guardians. Take a walk with naturalists through Broomfield open space areas and learn about animal life and plant life. From 9 to 10 a.m. Wednesday, July 23, at Josh's Pond. Free. Information: Denise Price, 303-438-1335.

Enrichment camp for ages 5 to 12 July 28 through Aug. 1 at Broomfield Academy, 7203 W. 120th Ave. Registration deadline is July 23. Includes swimming and weekly field trips. Information: summer camp link at broomfieldacademy.com or 303-469-6449.

THURSDAY

The Occasional Chew

Community food truck event from 5:30 to 8 p.m. Thursdays, July 24 and Aug. 28 at Outlook Park, near the intersection of 136th Avenue and Main Street. Information: facebook.com/theoccasionalchew.

Joy Writing: Discover and Develop Your Creative Voice

From Shakespeare to Steinbeck, Kenn Amdahl discusses your favorite authors' tricks to help you "read like a writer." At 7 p.m. Thursday, July 24, at Mamie Doud Eisenhower Public Library, 3 Community Park Road. Register: 720-887-2350 or email referencedesk@broomfield.org.

Baby Story Time

From 9:15 to 9:35 or 10 to 10:20 a.m. Thursdays through July 24, in Children's Library at Mamie Doud Eisenhower Public Library, 3 Community Park Road. Songs, bounces, finger plays and stories for babies ages newborn to 24 months and their caregivers. No registration required, but space is limited.

Museum, 12 Garden Center, holds Coffee and Conversation with guest speakers from 9 to 11 a.m. selected Saturdays. Public invited to hear veterans share their stories over coffee and light refreshments. July 26: Dan Janoski, who served with Marine Corps 22nd Marine Expeditionary Unit in Iraq during 2007-2008. He works with the Veterans-Helping-Veterans-Now in Longmont. Information: broomfieldveterans.org, email broomfieldveterans@gmail.com or call Jerry Chesser, 303-525-1009.

Guide Dogs for the Blind event

Broomfield, Westminster, Northglenn Guide Dogs for the Blind Puppy Raisers Club. will have puppies in college Hill Library, 3705 W. 112th Ave., from 1:30 to 3 p.m. Saturday, July 26. Learn puppy training techniques and find out how the guide dog program works. People only; all ages. Free. Register: 303-658-2603.

Movie Night @ the Library

Showing of movies rated G to PG-13 at 7 p.m. Tuesdays through July 29, at Broomfield Auditorium, 3 Community Park Road. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. List of movies and dates available at Mamie Doud Eisenhower Public Library, 3 Community Park Road. No one under 13 admitted unless accompanied by someone 13 or older. No registration, but space is limited. Food and beverages not permitted.

Back to Health

Presentation by Shane Kurth of Apex Chiropractic on proper back careand general good health practices at 7 p.m. Thursday, July 31, at Mamie Doud Eisenhower Public Library, 3 Community Park Road. Register: 720-887-2350 or email referencedesk@broomfield.org.

American Red Cross course for ages 13 and older. Teaches CPR and AED for the Professional Rescuer, and how to respond to injuries and sudden illnesses. Meets 4:30-9:30 p.m. Mondays and Wednesday, Aug. 4 and 6, at Paul Derda Recreation Center, 13201 Lowell Blvd. Cost: $75/$90. Register: broomfieldrecreation.com/econnect or 303-460-6901.

Learn about the basic functions of working on a computer at class at 2 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 5, at Mamie Doud Eisenhower Public Library, 3 Community Park Road. No experience needed. Register: 720-887-2350 or email referencedesk@broomfield.org.

Speaker series at The Grange

Broomfield Museum Depot Friends and Crescent presenting history/speaker series at 7 p.m. first Wednesday of month starting May through October at historic Crescent Grange, 7901 W. 120th Ave. Aug. 6: "Bees, Broomcorn and Beer: An Agricultural History of Broomfield." Information: 303-460-6824.

'Inequality for All'

Free screening of documentary that follows former U.S. Labor Secretary Robert Reich as he looks to raise awareness of the country's widening economic gap at 6 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 7, in Eisenhower Room at Mamie Doud Eisenhower Public Library, 3 Community Park Road. No registration required.

40th reunion will be Aug. 14-16. Friday evening drinks and appetizers at The Ranch Country Saturday evening dinner and entertainment at The Ranch. Sunday gathering at a park. Email contact information and classmates contact information to Cheryl Krieger Brown, ckbrown222@gmail.com

FRIENDS Night Out

Trip to see That Eighties Band at Village at FlatIron Crossing for adults with developmental disabilities from 6 to 8:30 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 21. Meet at FRIENDS of Broomfield, 11851 Saulsbury St. Cost: $20. Registration deadline is Monday, Aug. 18. Information: Molly Coufal, info@friendsofbroomfield.org or 303-404-0123, or friendsofbroomfield.org/friends-night-out.html.

Mothers of Preschoolers (MOPS) Open House

Hosted by Ridge Community Church from 9 to 11 a.m. Tuesday, Aug. 26, at 11850 Upham St.

Free, 12-week "Family-To-Family" education course, sponsored by National Alliance on Mental Illness Boulder/Broomfield County and NAMI Colorado will start Sunday, Sept. 7, in Broomfield. Meets from 5:30 to 8 p.m. Open to family members and caregivers of adults living with mental illness. Course will cover schizophrenia, manic-depressive disorder (bipolar), major depression, obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD), anxiety disorder, borderline personality disorder, co-occurring disorder, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and schizo-affective disorder. Additional topics include coping skills, basic medication information, listening and communication techniques, problem-solving skills, recovery and rehabilitation and self-care for family members and caregivers. All materials provided. Confidentiality will be maintained. Register/ information: Elizabeth, info@namibouldercounty.org or 303-443-4591.

Sports & rec

Ring of Fire

Suite tickets for July 25 MMA event at 1stBank Center on sale for minimum of $30 to benefit Broomfield Sister Cities program, which sends teen delegates to Japan and brings teens to Broomfield in alternating years. Information: 303-464-5835.

BYFA registration

Open for fall tackle(ages 8 to 13) and flag (ages 5 to 7) seasons. All games in Broomfield. Walk-in registrations from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, July 26, at Broomfield Community Center, 280 Spader Way. Information/registration: BYFA.com.

Begins on July 28 in school's main office. Fall practice begins Aug. 11 for boys tennis, boys soccer, cross country, football, volleyball, softball and gymnastics. Sports registration packets available starting in July at broomfieldhighschool.revtrak.net/tek9.asp? All registration forms must be completed online; printed receipt and a copy of current physical must be delivered to athletic office before any athlete is allowed to practice. Cost for fall sports is $185. Boys golf registration July 28 through Aug. 4;' tryouts Aug. 4 and 5 at Eagle Trace Golf Club. Information: 720-561-5380.

Broomfield Eagles summer tennis camp

For grades three through eight (as of fall) from 9 to 11 a.m. Aug. 5-7 at Broomfield High School, 1 Eagle Way. Instruction will include forehand/backhand groundstrokes, serves, volleys, scoring and singles and doubles strategy. Cost: $45, includes T-shirt. Information: Tara Tovar, 303-250-4639 or tara.tovar@bvsd.org.

Suits 'n Sneakers 5K

Inaugural 5K fun run that benefits Broomfield-based nonprofit A Precious Child at 8 a.m. Saturday, Aug. 9, in Central Park in Stapleton. Presented by Denver Metro Chamber of Commerce. Post-run festival will include a costume contest, music and more. Goodwill Industries of Denver will collect gently used professional attire and sneakers and Bonfils will have a mobile blood donation center on site. Cost: $25 for chamber members, $35 for nonmembers. Information: 303-620-8027, e-mail kristyna.nedele@denverchamber.org or denverchamber.org/suits5k.

Competitive youth sports club affiliated with Prospect Ridge Academy . Mission is to help support the athletic development of the communities served by PRA. Open to all elementary and middle school students. Competitive tackle football offered in fall; will compete in the Arapahoe Youth League. Open to players in the second through eighth grades, ages 7 to 14 as of May 31. Information/registration: MinersYouthAthletics.com.

Blitz Football registration

Registration open for 2014 Broomfield Blitz season. Competitive league for kindergarten through eighth grades. Flag for kindergarten and first grades; tackle for second through eighth grades. Registration/information: broomfieldfootball.net.

The multi-generational choir rehearses Tuesdays starting Aug. 12. Scheduled performances are "Women of the Great American Songbook" on Oct. 18 and "Ain't Misbehavin' II" on April 25 at the Broomfield Auditorium. Auditions will be last week of June and first week of July. Information: AsterChoir.org. Schedule an audition: Christina Lynn-Craig, 303-466-2879.

Danse Etoile Ballet

Audition for next season from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 30 at 3400 Industrial Lane. Information: email mariejose@danseetoile.org.

Kids' events

Kidproof: Safe Kid

Course covers personal safety for ages 5 to 8 and includes steps to staying safe, who to choose when help is needed, stranger smarts and phone safety. Meets 9 to 10 a.m. Friday, July 25, at Broomfield Community Center, 280 Spader Way. Cost: $25/$31, payable by check to Advanced Care. Register at Community Center.

Kidproof: Stranger Smarts

Teaches ages 8 to 11 how to make safe choices when approached by strangers. Students allowed to bring a snack. Meets 9 to 11 a.m. Saturday, Aug. 2, at Broomfield Community Center, 280 Spader Way. Cost: $35/$41, payable by check to Advanced Care. Register at Community Center.

Kidproof: Bullyproofing

Preventative and proactive program to teach children to avoid being bullied; and if they are bullied, to know how to stop it. Students allowed to bring a bring a snack. Meets 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 2, at Broomfield Community Center, 280 Spader Way. Cost: $35/$41, payable by check to Advanced Care. Register at Community Center.

Will be Aug. 12 and 13 for pre-registered students: Incoming seniors from 8 to 11:30 a.m. Aug. 12; juniors from 12:30 to 4 p.m. Aug. 12; sophomores from 8 to 11:30 a.m. Aug. 13; freshmen 12:30 to 4 p.m. Aug. 13. Park on north side of the school and enter through the DIA hallway entrance. Registration packets available at schools.bvsd.org/p12/broomfieldhigh/Pages/default.aspx; will bed emailed to parents in July. Print and fill out forms and bring to registration. Class schedules will be picked up at registration. Schedule changes for seniors morning of Aug. 13; juniors and sophomores during registration; freshmen from 5 to 7 p.m. Aug. 19. A parent needs to accompany the freshman to make a change. Students new to Boulder Valley School District should call 720-561-8100 for an appointment. New students asked to bring copies of birth certificates, immunization records, Student Online Enrollment Receipt, report card/transcript from the previous school and proof of residency (housing contract or utility bill showing parent name and address).

Seniors

AARP Smart Driver Course

Monthly classes in the Denver-metro area and north to Wyoming. Information: Bob Niehoff, 303-469-0255. Class dates/locations: AARP.org/drive.

Group whose purpose is to educate about the disease and provide an opportunity to share information and concerns. No meeting in August. Next meeting from 10:30 a.m to noon Sept. 2, at the Broomfield Community Center, 280 Spader Way. Speaker: Gary Sobol, leader of Parkinson exercise programs throughout the area. Care partners' group will meet at 10:30 a.m. Sept. 5 at Community Center. Information: 303-466-0843 or elliem1143@comcast.net.

Dementia Caregiver Support Group

Alzheimer's Association of Colorado group meets from 10 to 11:30 a.m. third Tuesday of the month at Broomfield Community Center, 280 Spader Way. Information: colosupportgroups@alz.org or call 800-272-3900.

Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance

Meets from 6:30 to 8 p.m. the Thursdays at United Church of Broomfield, 825 Kohl St. Following dbsalliance.org guidelines, peer facilitators help participants share strategies for success and challenges being faced. DBSA does not replace professional care.Friends and family invited on fourth Thursday of month.

Take Off Pounds Sensibly meets at 6 p.m. Tuesdays at Presbyterian Church of Broomfield, 350 Main St. Information: Becky, 303-884-0266.

Grief Support Group

Meets at 10:30 a.m. the first and third Wednesday of the month at the Broomfield Community Center, 280 Spader Way. Group leader: Lisa Apel. Information: 303-717-1635.

FRIENDS of Broomfield

FRIENDS Unlimited Day Program, FRIENDS Night Out and FRIENDS On My Own Residential Programs provide support for adults with developmental disabilities in and around Broomfield. Nonprofit promotes socialization, independence, community connections and advocacy. Information: 303-404-0123 or friendsofbroomfield.org.

Overeaters Anonymous

Meet from 8 to 9:15 a.m. Saturdays at United Church of Broomfield, 825 Kohl St. Information: Mandy at 303-915-6188.

Alcoholics Anonymous

Meets in Broomfield at 7:30 p.m. Monday-Friday at 825 Kohl St. (church); at noon Wednesday at 545 W. 10th Ave.; and at 7:30 p.m. Saturday and Sunday at 12099 Lowell Blvd., and 8 a.m. Sunday at the Brunner Farmhouse, 640 Main St. Information: daccaa.org.

Visually impaired support group

Meet at 10:30 a.m. second Tuesday of month at Broomfield Community Center, 280 Spader Way. Facilitated by Center for People with Disabilities. Information: 303-790-1390.

Helping hands

Marlene Politzter Memorial Poker Run

Fourth annual event Saturday, July 26, at Papa Frank's/Zoosters, 300 Nickel St. Registration and breakfast 9 to 11 a.m.; last bike out at 11 a.m. Barbecue and live music at final stop, Pete's Place in Frederick. Cars and bikes welcome. Proceeds benefit Bal Swan Children's Center. Cost: $20; $5 each additional hand. Information: 720-333-9479.

Sponsors sought for Birds of Prey celebration

Birds of Prey Foundation seeking sponsors for annual Fall Migration Celebration and fundraising dinner from 5:30 to 9:30 p.m. Friday, Sept. 19, at Event Center at Church Ranch, 10200 Wadsworth Blvd. More than 200 will attend dinner; live ambassador birds will be present. Sponsorship levels from $500 to $5,000, may include recognition at the event, on website and social media, flight cage and thrift store location. Nonprofit Birds of Prey Foundation is dedicated to the rehabilitation and release of Colorado's injured and orphaned wildlife, primarily raptors. Information: birds-of-prey.org, click on Sponsorship tab.

Legacy High band fundraising raffle

To pay marching band's trip to Tournament of Roses Parade in 2015. Prize is 2014 Jeep Cherokee (or lump sum of $20,000). Tickets: $25 or five for $100, purchase at legacybands.org. Drawing for Jeep, Sept. 27.

FISH needs drivers, food bank volunteer

Broomfield FISH is looking for two drivers for its box truck for shifts from 7:45 a.m. to noon; must at least 21, but no commercial license needed, and able to lift 50 pounds. FISH also is looking for a volunteer to work in food pantry from 1 to 4 p.m. Mondays. Must be at least 18 and able to make a weekly commitment. Information: Linda Kennedy at 720-935-5112 or lkenn1410@comcast.net.

Groups & clubs

Northside Coin Club

Group of collectors meets at 7 p.m. second Tuesday of month at Friendship Hall in the Cimarron Village, 12205 Perry St., to promote hobby of numismatics among its members and the public. Meeting dates: Aug. 12, Sept. 9, Oct. 14, Nov. 11 and Dec. 9 Information: info@northsidecoinclub.org or 303-562-5214.

Sow 'n Grow Garden Club

Meets at 9:30 a.m. the second Wednesday of the month at the Brunner Farmhouse, 640 Main St. Aug. 13: Trip to Volk Farm. Meet for carpools at Safeway, corner of Main Street and 120th Avenue. Information: Tricia at 720-300-7218 or 303-469-5445.

Broomfield Spellbinders

Will hold a training class for people interested in learning the art of oral storytelling from 1 to 4 p.m. Aug. 11, 14, 19 and 25 at the Brunner Farmhouse, 640 Main St. Spellbinders volunteer tell stories in classrooms and to community groups. Register: Wynn Montgomery,720-420-0222 or wynnmill@comcast.net.

Broomfield Art Guild

Will not meet in July. Next meeting will be Aug. 12. Information: broomfieldartguild.org or call Jill Riggin, 303-349-7903.

Denver North Suburban Christian Women's Connection

Tailgate party luncheon from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 13, at Chateaux at Fox Meadows, 13600 Xavier Lane. Wear your Bronco gear and bring your favorite dip to enter in contest P.J. Click will speak on how she was tackled by life and was able to get up again for the game. Charlotte Fleharty will sing. Lunch from The Black Eyed Pea. Cost: $15. Reservations: Andrea, 303-485-5888 or email dennorthsuburban@aol.com; include name(s) of guest(s) and names and ages of children needing complimentary nursery care.

Eco Art Creators

Meets at 1 p.m. last Wednesday of month at North Metro Fire Rescue District headquarters, 101 Spader Way. Short business meeting followed by a demonstration. At end of the meeting, all have a piece of art created from recyclables. Information: Aura Liesveld, 303-465-3675.

American Legion Auxiliary Unit 58

Inviting all women related to a qualified veteran to join. Activities include sponsoring high school junior girls for Girls State, distributing poppies in memory of veterans on Veterans Day and Memorial Weekend, donating to Rocky Mountain Hyperbaric Treatment program for veterans and advocates for support for active duty military and for hiring veterans. Information: Jan, 303-469-6416.

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